Kathy Apicelli

Experience

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  Yale University School of Medicine

  Jan 1989 - Jan 1999

  Biomedical Photographer

  I provided high quality photographic documentation to the medical community with in the Yale University School of Medicine and at the Yale University Hospital. Provided photographs, visual aids and digital images using scanning technique, copy, Photoshop, Illustrator and Microsoft Word. I am proficient with quality print production. Coordinated the transition to digital imaging. I was responsible for coordinating photographic assignments, planning and scheduling the projects and maintained inventory for the facility. I oversaw the preparation of photographic and electronic presentations. I built audio-visual technical studio sets. I assisted with video conferencing for the distance-learning program. Show less

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  Plum Island Animal Disease Center

  Jan 1999 - now

  Visual Information Specialist

  I oversee the operational workflow and direction of the Visual Information Services department (V.I.S.) I am responsible for determining and executing brand goals. I am a key contributor in the development of the current always evolving video conferencing program. I manage the visual information section of implementing symposiums and training using the most up to date methods of media communications. For example, I helped implement the distance-learning program for the Foreign Animal Disease Diagnostician course enabling the expansion of critical training to first responders. As a photographer, I am responsible for providing high quality still and video documentation of clinical trials and facility maintenance. I am comfortable bridging communication between professional business, technical and construction employees. I participate in professional development courses to stay current. I have specialized experience that includes planning and design of a wide range of visual information productions.Management tasks:• Planning, coordinating and monitoring all projects• Provide staff with information that directly influence the services we provide to the customer• Monitor inventory• Requisition materials for the VIS department.• Administering technical advice• Scheduling of services• Video and web conferencing.• Ensure the highest quality services by monitoring the continuing evolution of media• Produce and /or oversee the production of videos relative to onsite training uploaded to a Learning Management Systems website.Visual Information Services include:• Public relations• Studio photography• Operations and maintenance documentation• Biomedical documentation for publication• Video production• Graphic design for publishingProficiency: Adobe Photoshop C.S., In Design, Illustrator, Certified in Final Cut Pro, Digital Signage, Microsoft Office programs, WebEx and Adobe Connect, Learning Management Systems. Show less